- Paperback: 312 pages
- Publisher: Cadogan Guides; Fourth edition (Sep 2 2008)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1860114008
- ISBN-13: 978-1860114007
- Product Dimensions: 20.6 x 14 x 1.8 cm
- Shipping Weight: 358 g
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #635,499 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"'You won't find a better guide to the region' - Observer"
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This title marvels at the titanium wonder that is the Guggenheim museum and takes in its fascinating exhibits. It discovers the unique history behind the Basques, Europe's oldest people. It travels through stunning scenery of velvet green mountains, immaculate villages, vineyards and ancient holy places. It explores both the French and Spanish sides of the Basque country and the dramatic vistas of the Pyrenees. It visits vibrant Vittoria and lives it up in the glittering resort of Biarritz. It has a dynamic new two-colour layout for easy navigation. It has a new magazine style, combining stunning photography, tailored itineraries and a personal take on the country. It features clear, newly-designed two-colour maps throughout for increased ease of use. These are the only guides with full-colour touring maps of the whole region. There are extensive listings of hotels and restaurants - all personally recommended for a really local flavour.It also includes 'Top Don't Miss' sights for each regional chapter, plus 'Author Choices' of personal favourite places to stay and eat.
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4.7 out of 5 stars (3 customer reviews)
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The only real book on Bilbao, but still strong, Sep 23 2008
By Christopher Caswell - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Bilbao and the Basque Lands, 4th (Paperback)
I had planned a 1 week trip to Bilbao for business (with a companion) and was desparate to find a guidebook on the city. I was just lucky enough to have the 4th edition of Bilbao and the Basque Lands (BBL) published days before departure (with no stock in the 3rd edition??).
Although this book is the only real thorough guidebook I found that focuses on Bilbao and the Basque region, it is certainly a first rate guide. Although I didn't explore every corner of the city, I was able to use the many maps, restaurant recommendations, Guggenhiem info, language guide, as well as understand the history and customs of the region.
For those who have time to explore more surrounding areas (the north Coast, Vittoria, San Sebastian, etc), I think this book is your best resource. I'm not a guidebook person, but this one is highly recommended.
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Bilbao & The Basque Lands was invaluable, Aug 23 2010
By A. Krug - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Bilbao and the Basque Lands, 4th (Paperback)
I was never happier to have a guide book with me than when I brought Bilbao & The Basque Lands, which I bought through Amazon.com, to San Sebastian & Bilbao when I went there with my family. The tips on what to see and do, what to eat, and descriptions and prices of the various restaurants were invaluable. My family was always borrowing it.
The guide book gave great insights into the history of Spain and the part the various sections of the Basque lands played in it. The book informed me that Henry IV of Navarre became King Henry IV of France in 1589 (he was one of France's greatest kings and in 1664 completed Pont Neuf, the most famous bridge in Paris),that a majority of the crews of the Spanish Armada were Basques, and that Columbus has some Basques to guide him when he explored the New World.
Bilbao & The Basque Lands is great reading. I will keep it in my library to read for entertainment or to refer to from time to time now that my family no longer hogs it. Amazon
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Love it!, Feb 1 2012
By T. Robinson - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Bilbao and the Basque Lands, 4th (Paperback)
Another smart and informative volume from Cadogan, my favorite travel guides. Will use thoroughly as we explore another great chunk of Europe!
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